Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1481023
School Vision for Jobs
Vision Statement
St Albans Primary endeavours to provide a learning environment in which all children can achieve their full potential academically, physically as well as socially and emotionally. We respect and value the school's cultural and economic diversity and aim to foster links between all members of the wider school community.
Mission Statement
At St Albans Primary School we will:
- develop a positive learning culture through the provision of an engaging and safe learning environment
- provide teaching and learning programs that will utilise a range of teaching strategies which engage and create a sense of belonging and enhance student learning outcomes
- focus on improved student learning outcomes in literacy and numeracy
- have a strong commitment to staff and student wellbeing
- build community links to assist with the implementation of a range programs and activities to support and engage our diverse community.
Values
St Albans Primary School values of resilience, respect, acceptance and responsibility underpin all learning. Students are encouraged to reach their full learning potential and take responsibility for their own learning and behaviour.
Context
St Albans Primary School opened in 1889 in a small cottage. The area is now part of the western suburbs and the school is located within a largely residential area approximately 18 kilometres west of the Melbourne GPO in the municipality of Brimbank.
The student population is currently 255 and is characterised by an SFO index of 0.8095 with high LBOTE (including refugees) and transience.
St Albans Primary School has an outpost program of the Western English Language School operating five days a week, there are currently five classrooms.
The school community values education highly and is mutually supportive.
The school operates with composite classes except for two straight Prep classes. In addition to the Principal, the school is staffed by 22 EFT Teachers, a Business Manager, ES staff who work as Learning Support and Multicultural Aides as well as Administration Support.
At St Albans Primary School the curriculum is aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and focuses on improvement in teaching and learning through the provision of programs and teaching strategies which engage children, create a sense of belonging and enhance student outcomes. The school's programs reflect current best practice in literacy and numeracy teaching along with high levels of student engagement.
St Albans Primary School has a strong commitment to staff and student welfare. The school's Welfare Officer oversees and implements a range of programs including a daily breakfast club, Sporting Schools and a range of parent programs.
To further build community links the school has established a Community Hub and works closely with The Smith Family who assist with the implementation of a range of programs and activities to support our diverse community.
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.
Responsibilities may include:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview